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Plate link conveyor belt

plate link belt

Plate Link Belt for Heavy Loads, Custom Holes, Side Guards, and Positive Drive Conveyor Lines

Built around plate thickness, punched-hole layout, rod pitch, chain pitch, side guards, and burr-free release checks before production and shipment.

Application

Heavy product transfer, washing, drying, draining, cooling, and positive-drive conveyor routes

Review Focus

Plate thickness / hole pattern / rod pitch / chain pitch / side guard / edge finish

Project Route

New line supply, replacement review, trial sample, or drawing-controlled custom production

engineering review before price

The Plate Route Should Be Confirmed Before Quotation

Plate link belts are not only a plate surface. Plate thickness, hole pattern, rod fit, chain pitch, side guards, flights, and edge finish decide whether the belt can run, load, clean, and ship correctly.

Plate and hole pattern

Plate thickness, hole size, hole position, and cut direction are confirmed by drawing or sample.

Rod and chain route

Rod diameter, rod pitch, chain pitch, and roller contact are checked as one drive route.

Side guard / flight control

Guard height, flight spacing, and incline behavior are reviewed before production.

Release evidence

Flatness, burrs, oil removal, front/back cleaning, packing, and accessory count are documented.

product structure

Plate, Rod, Chain, Side Guard, and Edge Finish Are One System

Review plate geometry, rod connection, chain interface, side guards, and edge finish together before selecting a configuration.

Closed plate carrying surface of a plate link belt

Confirm: plate thickness / rod route / product load

Plate Link Carrying Surface

A closed or semi-open plate surface for heavy product support where chain pitch, rod route, and plate flatness must be reviewed together.

Perforated Plate Route

Confirm: hole diameter / hole layout / open area

Perforated Plate Route

Hole pattern and open area can be matched to drainage, airflow, washing, cooling, or product-release requirements.

Side Guard and Flight Options

Confirm: guard height / flight spacing / direction

Side Guard and Flight Options

Side guards and transverse flights are reviewed by product height, incline angle, loading position, and conveyor geometry.

Rod and Chain Interface

Confirm: rod diameter / chain pitch / sprocket fit

Rod and Chain Interface

Rod diameter, rod pitch, chain pitch, roller diameter, and sprocket contact need one release route before production.

Edge Finish Detail

Confirm: edge finish / washer / no-burr route

Edge Finish Detail

Split pin, washer, rod end, and side edge finish are checked where burrs, sharp points, or loose components could affect release.

Roller chain and plate assembly of a plate link belt

Confirm: accessory count / spare parts / packing list

Component Matching

Accessory parts, rods, edge hardware, and sprocket-related components can be packed and documented with the belt.

real production data

Specification Review Comes Before Price

These ranges come from actual production records. Final values should still be confirmed by drawing, old belt evidence, conveyor layout, and load condition.

Material
SS304 / carbon steel routes; final material matched to temperature, corrosion, cleaning, and product contact
Overall Width
120-3000 mm production references; project width controlled by drawing, old belt sample, or conveyor measurement
Plate Thickness
1.0 / 1.2 / 1.5 / 2.0 / 3.0 mm references; selected by load, impact, and flatness requirements
Hole Options
No hole or 2 / 3 / 3.5 / 5 / 6 / 10 / 20 mm punched-hole references; layout confirmed by drawing or sample
Rod Diameter / Pitch
6 / 7 / 8 / 10 mm rod routes; 19.05 / 25.4 / 31.75 / 38.1 / 50 / 50.8 / 63 mm pitch references
Chain Pitch / Roller
19.05-63 mm chain pitch references; roller diameter and side plate route reviewed with sprocket engagement
Side Guard / Flight
10-164 mm guard or flight height references; spacing can be reviewed from 158.75-685.8 mm project routes
Finish / Release
Burr-free plate edges, oil removal before assembly, front/back cleaning, flatness check, and scratch-control review
Packing Route
Bubble wrap, waterproof film, 15 mm export plywood case, corner protection, and sea/rail shipment release photos

Missing some data? Send the drawing, photos, and dimensions you have; JBL Mesh Belt will identify the remaining Plate Link Belt review points.

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verification videos

Verification Evidence Before Shipment

The current positions are organized for plate flatness, hole layout, rod fit, side guard welding, sprocket engagement, and packing release videos.

  • Trial-sample or first-article evidence can be agreed before production release.
  • Project-specific plate routes can include burr, cleaning, and edge-finish checkpoints.
  • Packing evidence can support sea or railway shipment review.
Plate Flatness and Surface Review evidence

Plate Flatness and Surface Review

Evidence showing plate surface flatness, scratch condition, and front/back cleaning before release.

Hole Pattern and Cut Direction Check evidence

Hole Pattern and Cut Direction Check

Hole diameter, hole layout, cutting direction, and drawing-controlled plate orientation review.

Rod Assembly Fit Test evidence

Rod Assembly Fit Test

Rod diameter, plate hole fit, rod spacing, and sample assembly matching before mass production.

Side Guard and Flight Welding evidence

Side Guard and Flight Welding

Side guard, transverse flight, weld finish, and no-burr release evidence.

Roller chain drive edge of a plate link belt

Sprocket Engagement Review

Chain pitch, roller contact, sprocket tooth fit, and running route confirmation.

Packing Release Check evidence

Packing Release Check

Waterproof protection, closed export plywood case, accessory list, net/gross weight, and volume records.

risk review

Plate Link Belt Risks Should Become Release Checkpoints

Heavy-load belt problems can start with burrs, plate deformation, wrong hole direction, rod mismatch, side-guard interference, or shipment deformation.

checkpoint

Plate Burr

Cut edges, punched holes, side edges, and rod ends can create sharp points if release checks are skipped.

checkpoint

Plate Warping

Thin or wide plates can deform if thickness, support route, or packing pressure is not reviewed.

checkpoint

Wrong Hole Direction

Hole layout, cut direction, and left-right orientation must follow drawing or old belt evidence.

checkpoint

Rod / Chain Mismatch

Rod diameter, rod pitch, chain pitch, and roller diameter must match the drive system.

checkpoint

Side Guard Interference

Guard height, flight spacing, and incline route can create product or frame interference.

checkpoint

Shipment Deformation

Long-distance sea or rail shipment needs rigid export packing and protected belt edges.

replacement inputs

What Buyers Should Send Before Quotation

A few clear photos and key measurements can start the engineering review before the formal datasheet is ready.

Old belt photos, drawing, or physical plate sample
Overall width, chain center distance, rod diameter, rod pitch, and chain pitch
Plate thickness, hole diameter, hole layout, plate direction, and required open area
Side guard height, transverse flight height, flight spacing, and running direction
Product load, impact point, temperature, washing/drying route, and conveyor speed
Material grade, surface finish, burr requirement, packing route, and spare parts list

neutral export packing

Packing Is Part of the Release Check

Plate link belts can be protected with bubble wrap, waterproof film, 15 mm export plywood case, corner protection, and recorded packing photos for sea or railway shipment.

Waterproof Protection

Waterproof Protection

Bubble wrap and waterproof film can be used to protect plate surface and edges before case loading.

Closed Export Case

Closed Export Case

15 mm export plywood case and corner protection are reviewed for sea or railway shipment.

Accessory Release

Accessory Release

Spare rods, pins, washers, and project parts can be counted and documented before shipment.

download / review pack

Documents for Plate Layout Review, Replacement Intake, and Release Checks

Use these document types to prepare your project review. Each file is tied to a buyer task: confirming hole layout, side guards, old-belt dimensions, flatness review, or shipment evidence.

Download release note

Ask for the current specifications and inspection documents relevant to your project. Confirm the applicable document revision with JBL Mesh Belt before using it for production.

plate link belt faq

Six Buyer Questions Before Ordering

FAQ 01How do I know whether a Plate Link Belt is the right route for my load?+

Send the product size and load, impact points, required support or open area, temperature and conveyor path. JBL Mesh Belt reviews the plate surface, rod and edge structure; the final selection follows the project review and confirmed drawing.

FAQ 02Which Plate Link Belt parameters do I need to confirm?+

Share any known width, plate pitch and thickness, hole layout, rod size, chain or edge route, side guards, flights, material and operating conditions. JBL Mesh Belt checks these values together, and final dimensions follow the confirmed drawing or sample review.

FAQ 03How do I confirm the belt will match my chain and sprockets?+

Provide chain and sprocket photos, pitch, tooth count, bore, keyway, shaft position and visible wear. JBL Mesh Belt reviews plate pitch, rod connection, chain centers and tooth engagement before the drive interface is confirmed.

FAQ 04Can my existing Plate Link Belt be replaced without the original drawing?+

Send surface, underside, edge, rod, damaged-area and installed-line photos, measured dimensions and a plate or belt sample when available. JBL Mesh Belt compares the old belt and equipment interface, then records the agreed replacement route in the confirmed project drawing.

FAQ 05What should I check for installation and cleaning?+

Share transfer and support details, side clearances, joining method, plate orientation, wash process, residue and drying requirements. JBL Mesh Belt reviews flatness, guide contact, burr-sensitive areas and cleanability; final instructions follow the confirmed project configuration.

FAQ 06What information should I send for a Plate Link Belt quotation?+

Send the application, load and operating conditions, available plate, rod, edge and drive dimensions, accessory needs, quantity, delivery target and required records. JBL Mesh Belt identifies missing points and quotes against the confirmed project scope.

All listed dimensions and configuration options can be customized for the project, subject to engineering review and the confirmed drawing.

related resources

More Reading for Heavy-Load and Drawing-Controlled Projects

Plate-link buyers usually need more than a product page. These articles help with heavy-load review, shipment protection, and better intake material before quotation.

Resource article

Plate Link Heavy-Load Guide

Open article

Resource article

Export Packing Checklist

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Resource article

Old Belt Photo and Measurement Guide

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SOP / Project control

Plate Link Belt Orders Are Released Through a Controlled Review Route

Plate link belt orders need more than a plate size. JBL Mesh Belt reviews plate thickness, hole layout, rod route, chain pitch, side guards, product load, and packing route before release.

Buyer trigger

You do not need a complete specification to start. Send the available drawing, old belt photo, sprocket photo, system photo, or running video first. The JBL Mesh Belt team will reply with the missing review points.

Plate link / heavy-load order-control route

These SOP points are converted from JBL Mesh Belt order-control, QC, packing, and delivery documents into buyer-facing checkpoints.

Step 01

Load and plate-layout review

Product weight, impact route, washing or drying condition, open area, and plate thickness are checked before the production route is confirmed.

Step 02

Hole, rod, and chain pitch confirmation

Hole diameter, hole layout, rod diameter, rod pitch, chain pitch, roller diameter, and sprocket route are matched against drawing or old belt evidence.

Step 03

Edge, guard, and flight check

Side guard height, flight spacing, washer, split pin, rod end, and no-burr edge finish are treated as release points, not decoration.

Step 04

Pre-shipment packing evidence

Flatness review, surface cleaning, accessory count, packing list, case protection, and release photos support project traceability.

For project review, send load details, hole-layout drawings, rod and chain measurements, and available packing requirements.

// start Plate Link Belt project review

Send Plate Thickness, Hole Layout, Rod Route, and Chain Pitch Before Quotation.

Drawings, old belt photos, samples, and conveyor evidence are enough to start the review.

Reference specifications

Plate Link Belt reference specifications

Plate Link Belt reference specifications
ParameterReference options
MaterialSUS304 / SUS316 / mild steel
Plate pitch25.4 / 31.75 / 38.1 / 50.8 / 63.5 mm
Plate thickness1.0 / 1.2 / 1.5 / 2.0 / 2.5 mm
Rod diameter5 / 6 / 8 / 10 mm
Chain pitch25.4 / 31.75 / 38.1 / 50.8 / 76.2 mm
PerforationNone / hole diameter 5–8 mm
Belt width300–4000 mm (11.81–157.48 in); custom
Belt lengthCustom, specified in m or ft
Edge treatmentWasher welded / cotter pin
AccessoriesNone / raised points / flights / side plates
SprocketsOptional; material, tooth count, bore and keyway per drawing

Reference options from the 2026-10-02 public specification, pages 2 and 5. The perforation pattern and the relation between drawing rod pitch and plate pitch are confirmed per project. Final dimensions and combinations follow the confirmed project drawing. Source: Plate Link Belt Technical Specification, page 5 ↗

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Document Library

Check the specification before you order or replace a belt

Compare pitch, wire, edge, surface and sprocket options with your equipment before you send a drawing or old-belt photos. 13 technical specifications and 11 production and quality control documents for JBL metal conveyor belts and sprockets, page by page on your phone or computer.

Engineering review

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Send your drawing or old-belt photos on WhatsApp. We compare them with the specification and tell you what still needs to be measured.